Serving 632 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Covert Avenue School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Covert Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Covert Avenue School's student population of 632 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
632 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Covert Avenue School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Covert Avenue School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1725 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
31%
10%
Hispanic
42%
29%
Black
14%
16%
White
9%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Covert Avenue School's ranking?
Covert Avenue School is ranked #1725 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Covert Avenue School often compared to?
Covert Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dutch Broadway School, Clara H Carlson School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Covert Avenue School?
632 students attend Covert Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Covert Avenue School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Covert Avenue School?
Covert Avenue School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Covert Avenue School offer ?
Covert Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Covert Avenue School part of?
Covert Avenue School is part of Elmont Union Free School District.
School Reviews
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